Murungai
Murungai is a village located in Thottiyam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thottiyam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Murungai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Murungai unique in its vibrant Thottiyam-Tiruchirappalli region. You’ll see Murungai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Murungai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murungai is 635666. The village spans a total geographical area of 1151.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621207. Kattuputhur is nearest town to Murungai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Murungai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Murungai
Population of Murungai
According to the 2011 Census, Murungai has a total population of about 3,070, with approximately 1,542 males and 1,528 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 779 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.09%, with male literacy at about 75.62% and female literacy near 50.46%. There are around 917 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murungai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,070 | 1,542 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 395 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,937 | 1,166 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 376 | 757 |
Connectivity of Murungai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murungai. As per the 2011 stats, Murungai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murungai
Knowing the nearby villages of Murungai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murungai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murungai
- Where is Murungai located?
- Murungai village is situated in Thottiyam Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murungai?
- Murungai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murungai?
- The pincode of Murungai is 621207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murungai is 3,070, with 1,542 males and 1,528 females.
- How many households are there in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murungai village has a total of 917 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murungai is 63.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.62%, while the female literacy rate is 50.46%.